I Use Gibson Pick-Ups Why
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Why I Choose Gibson Pickups
A Personal Journey
Having played electric guitar in bands for years, spanning gigs in bars, schools, concerts, and recording sessions, I originally had no idea what pickups were or how they influenced my sound. Growing up in a Gibson-loving family, I was encouraged to stick to the brand. So, my understanding of pickups was limited to Gibson's humbuckers and their P-90 little brother.
My Guitar Journey Begins
My first electric guitar was a Tiesco Del Ray, received as a Christmas gift in 1967. Earlier, I had a Mattel Tiger guitar, a plastic model with a contact-style pickup that my brother and I often transformed into a vocal mic. Back then, options for electric guitar strings were few?"Gibson, Fender, and Black Diamond were about it. This was even before the popular Maestro Fuzz and Vox Wah-Wah pedals came onto the scene.
Exploring the World of Pickups
With scant information on achieving "THAT SOUND," my peers and I stumbled through learning guitar with junk sound systems. It wasn't until the mid-'70s that I became aware of vintage Les Pauls and the legendary PAF pickups. At that time, DeMarzio gained notoriety as a replacement for non-Gibson pickups. Curiously, I installed a DeMarzio Super 2 on my '76 Explorer, seeking more bite and clarity compared to the Super Distortion model.
Alongside the Explorer, I had a late '50s Epiphone Coronet with a P-90 pickup churning out a fantastic sound. I also owned a Les Paul Deluxe, outfitted with mini humbuckers that I felt needed upgrading to full-sized versions to complete the look and sound I was after.
Revisiting the Essence of Sound
As I began recording, I learned the importance of truly understanding my sound. I discovered my Gibson Explorer and Les Paul Jr. were distorting at all volume levels, so I spent years navigating this sound dilemma. A quality sound stems from your fingers to the guitar and down to the pickups. Amps and pedals simply enhance your expression.
The Gibson Revelation
Finally, a friend's advice led me to try Gibson's '57 Classic pickups on my '92 Les Paul Classic. What a transformation! I found a sound that was tight at the low end, clear at the top, with dynamic mids depending on the attack. No longer did I have to endlessly tweak volume settings to achieve the perfect blend between rhythm and lead tones.
Understanding the Craft
I can't delve into technical specifications, but the synergy of enamel-coated copper wire and alnico magnets in these pickups afforded me a dynamic range that enlightened my playing. Gibson's later introduction of the '57 Classic Plus bridge pickup only enhanced this experience by delivering a brighter, tighter lead tone.
Conclusion
I choose Gibson pickups for their authentic sound that resonates with my experience. While other brands may offer quality alnico products, my journey has solidified my confidence in Gibson. As a seasoned guitarist, my ears are finely tuned to pick up on what captivates me. Ultimately, it's about finding your tone, staying open, and most importantly, enjoying the music.
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